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as in clusters
a number of things considered as a unit
a clot of daisies occupied one corner of the flower bed
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as in clumps
a small uneven mass
clots of dirt that were flung up by the horses' hooves
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as in morons
British
a stupid person
was of the opinion that most of the people running for parliament were clots
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as in blocks
to prevent passage through by filling with something
phone lines clotted by Internet traffic
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as in gels
to turn from a liquid into a substance resembling jelly
scabs form over cuts when your blood starts to clot
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Recent Examples of clots
Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 5 Apr. 2026
Bleeding through a tampon or pad in less than 1 hour, passing large clots, or requiring blood transfusions should prompt discussion with your gynecologist or primary care physician, ACOG advises.
—Dr. Chidimma J. Acholonu, ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
This causes red blood cells to break down, leading to anemia and clots in the blood vessels.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
These scoring systems and blood tests such as a D-dimer can help rule out clots in low-risk patients.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026
These clots can be life-threatening and cause as many as 100,000 deaths each year, but prompt diagnosis and treatment greatly improve survival.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 10 Feb. 2026
In a statement to NBC News, Daiichi Sankyo, which makes Savaysa, said that the drug is used to reduce the risk of stroke and clots but added that anticoagulants can increase the risk of serious bleeding.
—David Cox, NBC news, 5 Feb. 2026
Johnson also had two strokes, two pulmonary embolisms caused by blood clots in his legs, and pneumonia.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 31 Jan. 2026
It’s also used to monitor the jugular vein, which is prone to clots due to microgravity, as well as other bodily systems.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Noun
Large-artery atherosclerotic stroke occurs when plaque builds up in major arteries, reducing blood flow or sending clots to the brain.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 5 Apr. 2026
Bleeding through a tampon or pad in less than 1 hour, passing large clots, or requiring blood transfusions should prompt discussion with your gynecologist or primary care physician, ACOG advises.
—Dr. Chidimma J. Acholonu, ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
This causes red blood cells to break down, leading to anemia and clots in the blood vessels.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
These scoring systems and blood tests such as a D-dimer can help rule out clots in low-risk patients.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026
These clots can be life-threatening and cause as many as 100,000 deaths each year, but prompt diagnosis and treatment greatly improve survival.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 10 Feb. 2026
In a statement to NBC News, Daiichi Sankyo, which makes Savaysa, said that the drug is used to reduce the risk of stroke and clots but added that anticoagulants can increase the risk of serious bleeding.
—David Cox, NBC news, 5 Feb. 2026
Johnson also had two strokes, two pulmonary embolisms caused by blood clots in his legs, and pneumonia.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 31 Jan. 2026
It’s also used to monitor the jugular vein, which is prone to clots due to microgravity, as well as other bodily systems.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clots
Noun
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But the livers of some patients have been found to contain clusters of cells that produce an enzyme capable of breaking down the toxins.—
Jerome Groopman,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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The two nearly identical side-by-side clusters are approximately 7,000 light-years apart.—
Mike Lynch,
Twin Cities,
5 Apr. 2026
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As most of the scientific books tell us, coagulating protein at lower temperatures produces more tender clumps; adding a little water or cream makes an omelet tenderer still.—
Jeffrey Steingarten,
Vogue,
5 Apr. 2026
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The stuffing, Certipur-US and Greenguard Gold-certified for safety, is cross-cut to prevent lumps and clumps, keeping the pillow smooth, airy, and puffy, despite being crammed into hiking packs and suitcases.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Apr. 2026
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There are complicated brain-chemistry factors involved that have to do with testosterone, and dopaminergic systems, and kappa-opioid receptors, all of which seem to add up to a Jim Gaffigan joke about how men are morons compared with their wives.—
McKay Coppins,
The Atlantic,
12 Mar. 2026
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The Dilbert principle — traced back to a quote in a 1995 strip — posited that managers and higher-ups are actually successful morons whose stubbornness is confused for real leadership qualities.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
13 Jan. 2026
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During this roughly 40-minute period, the moon blocks the radio signals needed for mission controllers to maintain contact with the astronauts.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
6 Apr. 2026
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The cosmos will even treat the Artemis II astronauts to a total solar eclipse as the moon temporarily blocks the sun from their perspective.—
Marcia Dunn,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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Is there a better aroma than batches of cookies cooking in your kitchen?—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
3 Apr. 2026
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Working in 2 batches, cook short ribs, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 8 minutes per batch.—
Jenny Rosenstrach,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 Apr. 2026
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The molcajete maintains a more rustic bite, leaving behind juicy chunks of tomato and tender bits of onion.—
Kate Kassin,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
9 Apr. 2026
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That means residents are seeing larger chunks of their paychecks going to utilities compared to people in other places.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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What sets Brule apart from fellow idiots in similar setups like Borat or Philomena Cunk is Reilly’s ability to present Brule with deep pathos and a sense of mystery, offering glimpses into a dark backstory, all made unsettling by the show’s analog-horror aesthetic.—
Eric Vilas-Boas,
Vulture,
18 Mar. 2026
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One gets the sense, reading DuBois, that Stanton’s fervor for political action stemmed from a dread of being governed by idiots.—
Moira Donegan,
New Yorker,
13 Mar. 2026
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The opportunities for science abound, such as the spectacular sight of a solar eclipse when the moon fully obstructs the sun from view.—
Joseph Howlett,
Scientific American,
4 Apr. 2026
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Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Clots.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clots. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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